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Farmington

Located in the central part of town, it was named in honor of Dr. James M. Reed, who served as the local doctor for 57 years until his death in 2013. The park has playground activities, but with its large gazebo and central location, it serves as the site for numerous events such as the Memorial Day services, 4th of July celebration, and the annual Christmas tree lighting. It is a major destination stop on the Spoon River Drive, held the first two weekends in October. It is also the site of various veteran memorials.

Would you like to reserve the park for your next event? Fill out the form below and turn it into the City of Farmington administrative office.

Reed Park Reservations

180 E Fulton St
Farmington, IL 61531

Located on the east side of Farmington, it is one of the most-used parks, especially during baseball season, with the two softball fields and baseball diamond, named in honor or Jim Perelli, Walt Grebe, and Wayne Kersh. There is also a soccer field, large pavilion, restrooms, basketball court, extensive playground equipment, and a batting cage. The park is named in honor of Dr. Frank D. Jacobs, who served as the local doctor for 35 years until his death in 1967 in a car accident in rural Farmington while making a patient call.

E Wilson Street
Farmington, IL 61531

We as an Assembly of God church exist to bring HOPE into the darkness through the LOVE of Jesus Christ. We will accomplish this by a focus on prayer and training in the Word of God as we seek the Holy Spirit to empower us to bring FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE into the darkness of our fellow man.

23352 E Park Rd
Farmington, IL 61531

Located on West Fulton Street, it is named in honor of Dr. E.K. Dimmitt, who served as a doctor in Farmington from 1906 until 1958. It includes playground equipment, a basketball court, and an excellent picnic pavilion. The playground equipment in this park was purchased in honor of Dr. Elizabeth Henderson, another long-time doctor who served her patients from her residence on North Wall Street. This park is also the site of an annual tractor pull.

W Fulton St
Farmington, IL 61531

After I moved here as a young girl, I remained in Farmington because I found all the things that were important to me. My family grew to four generations. They were raised and educated here, I served my church and community here and made many friends. As different needs arrived, the community and its people have always been here to help, support, and encourage.

Blanche

Farmington has always been my home, but the essence of what Farmington is can best be seen in the way the community takes care of one another. My son had lived in Chicago since he was 18. At the age of 32, he was diagnosed with MS and had to move back to our hometown that as a young man he had been so set on escaping. Since his return, the community has rallied around Brad, taking him to appointments and helping him with heavy lifting, being there when I could not, and just being supportive of a young man with a disability. The food bank has dropped groceries by for him and everyone has made sure he has everything he needs to remain healthy. This is a community that cares for its fellowman and that instills hope in all of us who have been jaded by city life. Knowing that there are helping hands ready to assist in a time of need makes Farmington a community that lives by the Golden Rule, “Do unto others as you would have done unto you.”

Terry B.

I chose to move to Farmington because of the safe environment in which to raise my family. I love the sense of family and community that this town has. We have wonderful restaurants, a beautiful and safe downtown for shopping, and many wonderful churches in our city. I love the family-friendly activities throughout the year and am so thankful that we chose Farmington.

Melissa H.

I chose Farmington because it is a lovely community full of caring people!

Debra D.

I love knowing most people, love the fact my family can feel safe on a walk here or at a park, I love the fact that in case of an emergency we come together as if we were a giant family.

Megan G.